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verb

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How is the word blend different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of blend are amalgamate, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can amalgamate take the place of blend?

While in some cases nearly identical to blend, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is it sensible to use coalesce instead of blend?

Although the words coalesce and blend have much in common, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than blend?

The words commingle and blend can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

Where would fuse be a reasonable alternative to blend?

The meanings of fuse and blend largely overlap; however, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of blend?

The synonyms merge and blend are sometimes interchangeable, but merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than blend?

In some situations, the words mingle and blend are roughly equivalent. However, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When could mix be used to replace blend?

The words mix and blend are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blend
Noun
That particular blend of lightning in a bottle all but ensured director Roland Emmerich's film would be a blockbuster success, and the stellar performances from Bill Pullman, Will Smith, and Jeff Goldblum didn't hurt, either. Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 12 Aug. 2025 Original price: $37.99 This set of men's ultra-breathable underwear is made from a blend of bamboo and spandex. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
Arriving a little over a month ahead of the LP, the song finds the hitmaker blending flashy ’80s pop aesthetics with her signature spitfire bars on a recording that bodes well for the rest of what’s to come for her post-Scarlet era. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 22 Aug. 2025 Colorado’s southwest corner blends fascinating ancient history, rugged desert landscapes, and fun outdoor adventure. Jennifer Broome, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blend
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blend
Noun
  • The state’s mix of rural and urban communities means internet options can vary by region.
    Kara McGinley, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
  • The light usually bounces from her mélange of expensive jewelry, which can be a mix of David Webb Lucite and diamond cuffs with elegant antique Victorian chains inlaid with stones to her own designs of diamonds and gold.
    Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • That miss, combined with a long layoff, left questions around his ability to stay disciplined in the cut to 170.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • To combine their stories, perhaps, or maybe simply telling her own story.
    Natalie Bakopoulos August 21, Literary Hub, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Kansas City is the first team to book its spot in the 2025 NWSL Playoffs, matching the 2024 Orlando Pride’s record for the fastest team to secure a playoff spot in NWSL history.
    Asli Pelit, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2025
  • What To Know To win the full jackpot, players must match all five white balls plus the red Powerball.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Stir cabbage into vinegar mixture until evenly coated.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The researchers suggest focusing instead on using several different surfactants in the mixture.
    Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • In the future, organizations may explore integrating brief breathwork exercises into virtual meetings, including breathing resets during long work sessions and developing digital platforms that offer customizable breathwork routines.
    Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
  • Tech integrates seamlessly: Networks also do better with technology.
    Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • For Williams, this birthed the idea that money and earnings correlated with freedom and safety—and that love was secondary.
    Essence, Essence, 18 Aug. 2025
  • The consequences of that failure are now undeniable: rising rates of anxiety, depression, and social isolation among young people correlate directly with social media adoption.
    Annie Chestnut Tutor, Boston Herald, 18 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • That are watered down amalgamations of schlocky 21st century rock hits by Mumford and Sons, Panic At the Disco, and Imagine Dragons.
    Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
  • The Spurs will need to compile the perfect amalgamation of role players to flank their star tandem.
    Mat Issa, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Following World War II, the National Security Act of 1947 merged the Army and Navy departments and created a new Air Force, jointly known as the National Military Establishment.
    Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025
  • The District at Ten Mile merges five properties already annexed and zoned by the city.
    Marcus Dorsey, Idaho Statesman, 23 Aug. 2025

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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blend. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.

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